Introduction to Core Business

CALLING ALL CORE BUSINESS PEOPLE!

If you want a new challenge in a core business area such as finance or marketing, take a look at what we have to offer.

If you are excited by opportunities to expand your experience and try something new, take a look at Knauf.

We believe that every individual has the power to impact change, whether it be at the level of improving a daily task or in the collective work we can do to secure a sustainable future for our world. We want people who aren’t satisfied to settle. This is the energy and ambition we need within our core business functions.

Our core business functions are the central nervous system of our company, each specialism bringing their unique skills to help drive the business forward and keep customers’ needs front and centre.

The opportunities to build a unique career for yourself are everywhere in Knauf. Our people tell us that our core values and friendly, welcoming team environment are top of their list when it comes to reasons to stay.

So if you’re looking for opportunity, variety, professionalism and a friendly place to work, keep reading!

Our Core Business functions include:

- People & Communication

- Customer and Technical Service

- Audit, Legal or Procurement

- Commercial Excellence, Digital or Product Management

- Sustainability, HSE & CI

- The Finance and Controlling teams

- Corporate Strategy

- R&D

- General Management & Support functions

- Supply Chain Management

- Sales & Marketing

DO YOU LIKE THE IDEA OF...

Global career opportunities
Directly influencing the customer experience
Always learning and self-improving
Working in a friendly, inclusive environment
Being involved in leading the change to sustainable manufacturing
Enjoying good, stable pay and benefits

FOR ANY STAGE OF YOUR CAREER

- Apprentice or late career.

- Finance Director or Admin assistant.

- New career path or next level progression.

- New baby at home or itchy feet.

Everyone sees opportunity differently, we are all at different stages of our careers with different qualities to offer and different reasons for working. We are in a privileged position at Knauf to have to the scale, variety and growth to be able to embrace that cross-section.

Apprentices

If you are at the start of your career and have an interest in a certain business specialism as well as a thirst for learning, then why not apply for one of our apprentice positions? You will have a real job and responsibility from day one, combined with time to study. Across our many of our businesses we frequently take apprentices in a range of disciplines. Bring your energy and ideas to real-life challenges! Search for apprentice roles on the Job Search page.
Mid-Career or returning after a career break

Bring your skills and expertise into an environment which will nurture your talent and help you to thrive with global opportunities and exciting, innovative projects. Our strong values mean we provide equal opportunity and a stable, trust-worthy environment to all and we encourage you to find your own balance and goals. We value the individual; your potential, your talent and your needs. Combine this with an enjoyable, friendly workplace and you’ve got a solid career move!
Late-Career or Senior Management

Our global position as a leader in our sector and our 90 years of history have only been possible by embracing the knowledge and skills of those with many years of experience. We see opportunity in everyone and we encourage anyone with passion and commitment to apply for roles. Self-development should be embraced at any age and we look to you to help guide those around you, as well as continue your own learning journey. Our stable foundations and competitive compensation and reward packages are an attractive pull for many.

HEAR IT DIRECTLY FROM OUR PEOPLE

Knauf feels like family – we’re really looked after. As soon as I walked in for my interview, I knew that Knauf is somewhere I would want to start my career. I’m constantly learning something new which is very rewarding.

Sarah Osusola

HR Apprentice
The focus is on people, humanity and value. I am proud to work for Knauf

Jeff Woigk

Supply Chain KPI & Investment Manager
Knauf is a great place to work. I’m able to collaborate with talented and friendly colleagues, tackling interesting and varied challenges with plenty of opportunities for further development… who could ask for more?!

Katrin Scherer-Fäcks

Senior Manager Corporate Communications
As part of my training as a lab assistant, we can look into the most diverse product areas and research fields, which makes work very varied and exciting.

Natalie Stöckinger

Trainee Chemical Laboratory Technician

WE LOOK AFTER YOU

As a private company with deep family values and heritage, we take very seriously the responsibility of offering a stable, safe and enjoyable working environment. We plan for the long-term, taking no decision lightly and considering always our resilience and capacity to ride the economic waves of global business.

As a decentralized business, you will find that the culture in each of our businesses and at each of our locations is specific to local needs and influences. We want you to feel at home and enjoy your work and so we prioritise your well-being and holistic safety, with each location tailoring its offering.

You can find out more about each of our businesses and their own specific culture on their dedicated career websites.